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A big pile of brightly wrapped presents under a Christmas tree.
Editorials / December 2019

My selfish Christmas wish

BY: David R. Richardson, MD

Christmas is a magical time for a child. Does anyone else remember the long-anticipated arrival of the Sears catalogue? My brothers and I would pore over the pages circling desired toys for my... Read More

A doctor works on a tablet while medical images pour from it and across the screen.
President's Comment / November 2019

Has democratization and digitalization of health care eroded society’s respect and need for physicians?

BY: Kathleen Ross, MD

Dr Kathleen Ross Historically, physicians were viewed as the go-to experts for advice and reassurance about medical conditions and often social/psychological issues as patients navigated... Read More

A close up of medical records on shelves.
Editorials / November 2019

Access to medical records

BY: Yvonne Sin, MD

“Doctor, can I see my chart?” The simple answer is, “Yes.” But it is actually a lot more complicated than that. I recently met with a patient who had a complex medical history, involving numerous... Read More

A fallen yellow leaf caught in the branches of a bare bush.
Editorials / November 2019

The time of your life

BY: David R. Richardson, MD

Both of my parents passed away this summer. They lived good lives and made it into their 80s, but it was still a shock to lose them so close together. It is a surreal experience to realize that this... Read More

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President's Comment / October 2019

Healthy aging

BY: Kathleen Ross, MD

Dr Kathleen Ross “Aging is an extraordinary process where you become the person you always should have been.” —David Bowie Aging is an inevitable part of life. Each of us deals with... Read More

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BCMJ Volume 67 Number 10 cover.

BCMJ

The BCMJ is a general medical journal that shares knowledge while building connections among BC physicians.

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ISSN 0007‍-‍0556 (Print)
ISSN 2293‍-‍6106 (Online)
Established 1959